Exceptional mechanical venting
TorsoFlo opens far beyond normal pit zips and remains useful with a pack waistbelt.
Outdoor Research
Men's Foray II GORE-TEX Jacket 287615
The discontinued 336 g GORE-TEX Paclite Foray II with unusually long TorsoFlo hem-to-bicep side vents.
- Score
- 7.1/10
- Est. life
- 7 yrs
- Cover
- Unknown
Last-known catalog price
$225.00
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Product Overview
Foray II style 287615 paired a bluesign-approved 50D polyester GORE-TEX Paclite two-layer shell with Outdoor Research's signature TorsoFlo zips, which open from hem to bicep for ventilation or poncho-style pack-belt access. It weighed 336 g and included a chest pocket, hand pockets and fully adjusta...
$225.00
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Specifications
- OverviewBrand
- Outdoor Research
- OverviewProduct category
- rain-jackets-and-shells
- OverviewExpected lifespan
- 7 years · We Buy It For Life editorial estimate
- Dimensions & WeightWeight
- 0.336 kg · / 11.85 oz
- Warranty & ServiceWarranty
- Warranty term unknown
Why We Love It
The features that make this product stand out from the competition.
Packable proven membrane
GORE-TEX Paclite kept weight moderate while providing documented wind and rain protection.
Model identity preserved
The PDP distinguishes the discontinued Foray II from today's three-layer successor.
Detailed Quality Score Breakdown
Core Performance
Primary Performance
8.7
The exact style used fully taped 50D GORE-TEX Paclite construction.
Feature Richness
7.2
Archived exact-model documentation lists TorsoFlo hem-to-bicep venting, AquaGuard zips and three external pockets.
Build Quality
8.1
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Reliability Score
7.5
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Longevity
Durability Rating
7.3
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Wear Resistance
7.4
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Component Replaceability
5.7
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Design Timelessness
7.5
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Serviceability
Repairability
5.8
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Spare Parts Availability
5.6
The official product URL redirects and current US collection now lists a Foray 3L successor.
Warranty Coverage
7.3
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Service Network
6.3
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Value
Total Cost of Ownership
7.1
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Resale Value Retention
6.1
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
User Satisfaction
8.1
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
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How can I identify the exact Foray II jacket?
The exact jacket is identified on the retailer listing as Outdoor Research Men's Foray II Jacket, SKU/style 287615. That identifier is more reliable than a listing title alone, especially when comparing leftover stock with newer Foray-named products.
What shell construction and weather protection does it use?
The Foray II listing specifies bluesign-approved GORE-TEX Paclite Technology 2L in 100% polyester 50D plain weave. It describes the jacket as waterproof, windproof, breathable, and fully seam-taped, with an internal front stormflap.
How does the TorsoFlo ventilation system work?
TorsoFlo uses side zippers that open from the hem to the bicep. The retailer says this can release excess heat while working hard or let the jacket be worn poncho-style over a pack waist strap; the same listing identifies the feature as hem-to-bicep venting.
Can the Foray II be packed down for travel or hiking?
Yes. The left-hand pocket doubles as a stuff sack, so the jacket can be packed down when conditions dry. The listing also notes a carabiner loop for clipping it to a backpack or climbing harness.
How should I maintain the Foray II shell?
Outdoor Research says regular maintenance helps technical outerwear retain performance and last longer because sweat, dirt, and oils affect weatherproofing treatments. Its outerwear-care guidance recommends products designed for technical gear, such as Nikwax, and warns that standard detergents can leave residue that masks DWR performance.
What warranty support does Outdoor Research provide?
Outdoor Research's current warranty page says its gear is guaranteed to perform throughout the lifetime of the product and provides a process for filing a claim. For a Foray II issue, use that official claim route to determine eligibility and the available remedy for the individual jacket.
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